If you’ve ever been in a conversation with someone who said something that you strongly agreed with, besides exclaiming, “Exactly!” or “Indeed!” you may have also expressed your accord by saying, “Very true.” But is this affirming statement correct? It is correct to say, “Very true” to emphasize that what someone is saying is factually …
Dr. Patrick Capriola
When you see a friend or acquaintance, one of the first things you’ll want to do is ask how they’re doing. You may want to check in on what they’ve done since you last met and how they feel about it. A question that may come up is, “How have you been?” but is this …
Whether date night is on your calendar every week or only gets a casual mention, most couples find that date nights are a great way to enjoy the company of their spouses without distraction. We know that date nights are essential, but how often should parents have a date night? Every couple is in a …
It is common for people to ask how you are, either as a greeting or in casual conversation. For example, you may hear someone ask, “How was your day?” What does it mean, and is it grammatically correct? It is correct to ask someone, “How was your day?” It is a polite question you may …
On your morning walk through the park, a passerby gives you a nod and then asks, “How are you doing?” What should be your response? Is it proper to say, “I am doing well”? It is correct to say, “I am doing well” to express that your life is in satisfactory condition. It’s a stock …
You are engaged in conversation with somebody and getting along well. Things are going smoothly until your conversational partner says something you do not understand. You need them to express what they spoke differently. You say, “Could you be more clear?” But is it correct to say “more clear?” It is incorrect to say “more …